CCA Prosthetic Maintenance & Repair Flashcards
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What is the recommended follow-up schedule for a patient newly fitted with their first facial prosthesis?
Answer: 1 week, 1 month, then every 3–6 months
Early follow-up at 1 week and 1 month identifies fit issues and skin reactions promptly, with 3–6 month intervals monitoring long-term wear, color, and retention.
What is the most likely cause of a skin reaction at a patient's prosthesis wearing site?
Answer: Sensitivity to adhesive components or inadequate prosthesis cleaning
Most skin reactions are caused by residual adhesive buildup or sensitivity to adhesive chemicals rather than true silicone allergy, which is uncommon.
Why should adhesive be completely removed from the skin daily rather than reapplied over existing adhesive residue?
Answer: Daily complete removal prevents buildup that compromises skin health and reduces new adhesive effectiveness
Adhesive buildup traps contaminants against the skin, reduces the bond strength of new adhesive, and can cause chronic irritation or tissue breakdown.
Which component of an implant-retained facial prosthesis system typically requires replacement most frequently?
Answer: Retention clips or O-rings
Retention clips and O-rings are subject to repetitive mechanical stress from daily prosthesis insertion and removal, making them the most frequently replaced components.
What clinical sign indicates that a silicone nasal prosthesis requires replacement rather than repair?
Answer: Structural tears through the body of the prosthesis
Full-thickness structural tears compromise the integrity and aesthetics of the prosthesis in a way that cannot be adequately repaired, necessitating a new prosthesis.
Which organization provides the CCA certification and sets professional standards for clinical anaplastologists in the United States?
Answer: Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology (BCCA)
The Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology (BCCA) is the certifying body that administers the CCA examination and establishes professional standards in the US.